API compatibility for a cross-platform release
What api compatibility means for a cross-platform release. A practical guide for game studios, publishers, and technical teams.
Definition
API compatibility covers platform code, hardware access, and parity between target systems. It keeps the release consistent across console, PC, handheld, and mobile targets.
Why it matters
Teams need a shared meaning for api compatibility before they estimate work, define acceptance criteria, or prepare a release. A clear definition keeps scope discussions concrete and gives QA something specific to verify.
